Geometric Analysis of Greenhouse Roofs for Energy Efficiency Optimization and Condensation Drip Reduction
Round 1
Reviewer 1 Report
Comments and Suggestions for Authors
Based on matlab, this paper develops a program that can reasonably explore the structure of the greenhouse roof. The program is used to calculate the influence of different roof structures on water vapor condensation in greenhouse. The energy efficiency of various greenhouse roof structures is discussed from the perspective of greenhouse area and air content. The research context of the paper considers the situation is comprehensive, the research content is relevant, has a certain practical and reference value. But this paper does not carry out the verification work of matlab, and lacks the experimental data support. In addition, the optimal matching relationship between energy efficiency and condensate water is not given. Third, the article is not innovative enough to publish. At the same time, I have questions about some parts of the paper and hope the author can respond to the confusion I raised and elaborate.
Points Detracting:
1.Abstract, Line 13-14, the content of the article is difficult to show that the program has the universality of single span and multi-span greenhouse.
2.page11，line368-398，This part seems to have little to do with the main research purpose of the article. Is there any more scientific evidence to prove that it is necessary for you to calculate the internal volume of the greenhouse?
3.I think it is necessary to carry out the verification work of the calculation by using matlab calculation, but it seems that you have not done it. Is it that you do not think validation is necessary, or is there a reasonable reason why validation should not be performed?
4.Page12-13，line409-454，This part is too messy, can you rewrite it? I hope it can be changed.
5.Page15，Line 497 In this part, you are talking about the relationship between greenhouse length and energy efficiency. I don't think the word "arid" has to be mentioned，Why use "arid"？
6. The article does not mention all roof covering materials. does greenhouse covering material have no effect on water vapor condensation?
7.Conclusions：The conclusion of the paper is only a simple accumulation of the previous part of the paper. In terms of roof structure, the contradiction between condensate and energy efficiency is not weighed, and an optimal matching relationship is not given. I hope it can be modified to give more meaningful conclusions
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Comments on the Quality of English Language
You need to edit the English language, refine your content, and make it more streamlined.
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Reviewer 2 Report
Comments and Suggestions for Authors
This manuscript provides insights into the influence of roof geometry on energy savings in a building, particularly in the context of a greenhouse. The author presents valuable and comprehensive information regarding the parameters of greenhouse structures to achieve energy efficiency in both cold and warm climate regions. However, it is crucial to acknowledge that the energy requirements are significantly influenced by the volume of space within the building. As the volume increases, the energy needed to maintain environmental temperatures also increases. Therefore, is the MATLAB software developed capable of sustaining the building volume under various parameter variations?
It is advisable for the authors to include volume graphs for each building variation to visually assess and understand the impact of volume resulting from parameter variations on energy requirements.
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Reviewer 3 Report
Comments and Suggestions for Authors
The paper, "Geometric analysis of greenhouse roofs for energy efficiency optimization and condensation drip reduction," presents a comprehensive and insightful investigation into the geometric aspects of greenhouse roofs, specifically focusing on energy efficiency optimization and condensation drip reduction.
The abstract lacks a summary of the main results of the study
To show the novelty and contribution of the presented Matlab program and analysis, a brief comparison of the study's findings with existing models or studies in the field is recommended.
Does the study considered external factors such as local weather conditions or specific crop requirements in the selection of optimal greenhouse types!!
If these factors are considered, how this could enhance the applicability of the decision-making tool
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Round 2
Reviewer 1 Report
Comments and Suggestions for Authors
Recommendation
Accept after minor revision
Overview:
The author has revised the content of the article based on the issues raised earlier and has reasonably explained my doubts. The article is reasonably revised, but there are still some questions I would like the author to clarify for me.
Points Detracting:
1. About verification. I think you can do some small models, test and verify the work, rather than changing the software to recalculate the data you have obtained. I think you need to make the reader understand that your research, i.e. using Matlab to calculate the greenhouse roof, is scientific and reasonable.
2. For some of the questions raised earlier, such as calculating the volume of the greenhouse. You should cite more articles or professional textbooks to prove the necessity and the science of calculating it.
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Author Response
Thank you for your valuable feedback on our article. We appreciate your insights regarding the verification process, and we concur on the significance of utilizing small-scale models, tests, and verifications rather than modifying the software to recalculate obtained data. We certainly consider this approach.
Furthermore, we recognize your suggestion to highlight the scientific and rational nature of our research, particularly concerning the utilization of Matlab for greenhouse roof calculations. We have reviewed and improved the presentation of these aspects to ensure a clearer comprehension for the reader.
We also express gratitude for your input regarding the calculation of greenhouse volume. Your suggestion to cite additional articles and professional textbooks to strengthen the necessity and scientific foundation of this calculation is duly noted. We understand the importance of establishing a robust foundation for our methodology.
In the revised version, we have incorporated extra references from pertinent literature and professional textbooks to fortify the scientific validity of our greenhouse volume calculation approach (Lines 402-405). This inclusion aims to better support and justify the methodology employed in our research.
Once again, we appreciate your constructive comments, and we are thankful for your time and valuable insights.
